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NOTE!
• For certain patients, such as amputees, are the recommended minimum weight not
valid. These users may however have other requirements as the entire mattress is not
being loaded. Please refer to sections 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4 for operating control.
• When used together with positioning pillows, read the user's manual carefully to
ensure correct positioning of the user.
• If you are using this product with an evacuation sheet, it is the user's responsibility to
ensure that it is safe to use for evacuation.
• Be careful when using bed rails or other protection on the bed so that the mattress
does not become trapped or damaged.
The mattress must not be lifted with a person lying on it or used for any other type of
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transport other than a possible evacuation using an evacuation sheet.
• This mattress is unsuitable for use during x-ray examinations because of the risk of
blurred images or artefacts that may lead to diagnostic errors.
(1) National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel, European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel and Pan Pacific Pressure Injury
Alliance. Prevention and Treatment of Pressure Ulcers: Quick Reference Guide. Emily Haesler (Ed.). Cambridge Media:
Osborne Park, Western Australia; 2014.
1.3 Other information
Action plan Pressure ulcers
For the best possible results when using this product, we recommend a structured and
planned approach. Examples that can be applied to the use of our products can be found in
the 'Action plan for pressure ulcers' guidelines.
Mattress guide
This guide provides guidance to personnel and prescribers when choosing a mattress from
Care of Sweden. CuroCell Nova is a mattress in function group C.
This information can be obtained from our website, www. careofsweden.com, or ordered from
Customer Services (see contact information on the final page).
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